Let’s put the brakes on here. Aaron’s comments and his movement are his alone and not reflective of what we have built here on Fiber Arts. Mike Huber and I started the blog in 2010 and it’s been going along since that time with some great writers jumping in and out. Aaron was one of those writers I recruited and he has made many contributions to our blog. We will miss him.

I would encourage readers to separate whatever the controversy is in other areas of the TU site, and the parties to that controversy, including on this blog, from the intent of the Fiber Arts blog: to celebrate a mutual passion for all things created with fibers and to call to attention some of the issues facing fiber farmers, small retailers, and those of us who sometimes struggle with projects.

It might be of slight interest that other writers of this blog have their own websites and blogs. However, mention has been confined to the About section and there has never been an attempt to co-opt readers to another blog and away from Fiber Arts. That is distressing, if that was the intent. I hope it was an FYI only.

And, lastly, the TU is a business. But you know that. I started in journalism in the years when typewriters were still in use in the newsroom. It’s been a long haul and a terrific journey. I get anger in writing, and mistakes, and scrutiny. But I also know there have to be standards applicable to all and administered fairly by a fully engaged and experienced staff member.

I’d encourage everyone to continue to give Fiber Arts a read. Thanks.

Phyllis Alberici

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